Cymraeg (Welsh) and History BA (Hons) 36 months Undergraduate Programme By Bangor University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

18,000 GBPTuition Fee/year

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Investigate how the past has influenced our present in language, literature, history, culture and society whilst developing your Welsh language skills on this Welsh and History degree.

As a joint honours’ student, you will take half of your modules each year in Welsh and half in History. As you read, research, and write, you will develop analytical and critical skills relevant to a wide range of careers.

Exploring rich and diverse literary texts from the tales of the Mabinogion to the dynamic literature of contemporary Wales. Our History modules allow you to learn about the historical periods and themes that interest you most. With topics spanning the the medieval to the modern period, you can focus on anything from politics and protest to society, religion, culture, and Welsh identity.

Welsh and Celtic Studies is one of the oldest subjects taught at Bangor University, its contribution to the literary and cultural life of Wales has been crucial. Our academic team include some of the most prominent writers and poets in contemporary Wales. Garnering international acclaim, they have won awards including Book of the Year, Prose Medals, Drama Medals, Chairs and Crowns at the Urdd Eisteddfod and National Eisteddfod.

In medieval and early modern history, strengths encompass the Normans and Anglo-Normans, Welsh princes, Tudors, and Stuarts. Our expertise in modern and contemporary history includes nationalism, the labour movement, consumerism, protest, government policy, country houses and estates, gender and colonialism.

Combining the study of both Welsh and History gives you the opportunity to fully immersed yourself in the Welsh language, its history, culture, and society whilst developing professional Welsh skills highly valued by the modern workforce in Wales. You can explore one of Europe’s richest literary cultures, discover the roots of Welsh identity through ancient and modern history, or be inspired by the contemporary politics of a devolved government.

We’re surrounded by historical hot spots, a short journey from Bangor University you can explore the Segontium Roman Fort, established nearly two millennia ag or visit the medieval Caernarfon Castle. The island of Anglesey is home to the prehistoric burial ground and Neolithic chambered tomb of Bryn Celli Ddu, Caer Gybi, a Roman fort built in the third century, and Beaumaris Castle – the last in the ‘iron ring’ of imposing castles built by Edward I.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Investigate how the past has influenced our present in language, literature, history, culture and society whilst developing your Welsh language skills on this Welsh and History degree.

As a joint honours’ student, you will take half of your modules each year in Welsh and half in History. As you read, research, and write, you will develop analytical and critical skills relevant to a wide range of careers.

Exploring rich and diverse literary texts from the tales of the Mabinogion to the dynamic literature of contemporary Wales. Our History modules allow you to learn about the historical periods and themes that interest you most. With topics spanning the the medieval to the modern period, you can focus on anything from politics and protest to society, religion, culture, and Welsh identity.

Welsh and Celtic Studies is one of the oldest subjects taught at Bangor University, its contribution to the literary and cultural life of Wales has been crucial. Our academic team include some of the most prominent writers and poets in contemporary Wales. Garnering international acclaim, they have won awards including Book of the Year, Prose Medals, Drama Medals, Chairs and Crowns at the Urdd Eisteddfod and National Eisteddfod.

In medieval and early modern history, strengths encompass the Normans and Anglo-Normans, Welsh princes, Tudors, and Stuarts. Our expertise in modern and contemporary history includes nationalism, the labour movement, consumerism, protest, government policy, country houses and estates, gender and colonialism.

Combining the study of both Welsh and History gives you the opportunity to fully immersed yourself in the Welsh language, its history, culture, and society whilst developing professional Welsh skills highly valued by the modern workforce in Wales. You can explore one of Europe’s richest literary cultures, discover the roots of Welsh identity through ancient and modern history, or be inspired by the contemporary politics of a devolved government.

We’re surrounded by historical hot spots, a short journey from Bangor University you can explore the Segontium Roman Fort, established nearly two millennia ag or visit the medieval Caernarfon Castle. The island of Anglesey is home to the prehistoric burial ground and Neolithic chambered tomb of Bryn Celli Ddu, Caer Gybi, a Roman fort built in the third century, and Beaumaris Castle – the last in the ‘iron ring’ of imposing castles built by Edward I.

Admission Requirements

104+
Offers are tariff based, 104 - 128 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification e.g.:

  • A Levels: including grade B in Welsh (or a grade B in a humanities subject studies through the medium of Welsh - e.g. History, Geography, Religious Studies); History preferred but not required; General Studies and Key Skills not normally accepted
  • BTEC National Extended Diploma**: DMM-DDM
  • Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma**: DMM-DDM
  • City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080): considered on a case-by-case basis
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: including grade H5 in Welsh**
  • Access**: pass required
  • Welsh Baccalaureate: We will accept this qualification in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications
  • T Levels: T Levels in a relevant subject considered on a case-by-case basis
  • Extended Project Qualification: Points can include a relevant Extended Project (EPQ) but must include a minimum 2 full A-levels, or equivalent.

We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Level 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas.

We also welcome applications from mature learners.

International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Level 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements). More information can be found on our International pages.

*For a full list of accepted Level 3 qualifications, go to www.ucas.com.

**Can be considered in conjunction with another qualification in Welsh or taken through the medium of Welsh (e.g. A Levels).

3 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
18,000 GBP

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